As a physical therapist this is a frequent slogan I run into but it’s poorly understood. I like to explain there are two types of hurts muscle pain and bad pains. Muscle pain is a good thing and required to build strength. With exercise we microscopically tear muscle fibers, and as they heal themselves we […]
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Joint Replacements: What to expect
Are you considering a joint replacement or major orthopedic surgery. If so, you probably have heard about some of the benefits and drawbacks of surgeries. Some surgeries particularly joint replacements have the reputation of being quite painful. However, the surgical pain can be managed with appropriate medication prescription and a good relationship with your physical […]